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What visa can apply for
I’ve worked in Australia 10 years ago and got my cert lll whilst I was there and thinking of coming back to work. I’m a fully qualified deisel mechanic. What’s the best visa to apply for
Thanks Aaron
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Hi Aaron, and welcome mate. 🙂
With your occupation, you have several visa options to return to Australia for work.
Diesel mechanics (ANZSCO 321212) are listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), which means you have access to both temporary and permanent skilled migration pathways.
Here are your main options visa wise:
1. Employer-Sponsored Visa
Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage Visa): If you find an employer willing to sponsor you, this visa allows you to work in Australia for up to four years. Check https://482jobs.com for sponsored job listings.
Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme – ENS Visa): If an employer sponsors you on a permanent basis, you can apply for PR (Permanent Residency).
2. Skilled Independent or State-Sponsored Visa
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa): A points-based visa that does not require employer sponsorship.
You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect and receive an invitation.
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa): Requires state nomination. Some states may have diesel mechanics on their occupation lists.
Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa): If you’re open to living in regional Australia, this could be an option with a pathway to PR.
Since you obtained a Certificate III in Australia, you may also be eligible for recognition of prior work experience, making skills assessment easier.
You’ll need a positive skills assessment from Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) before applying for a skilled visa. Check https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au for assessment details.
Your best pathway depends on whether you have a job offer, your age, English proficiency, and overall points score for skilled migration.
If you need help finding sponsorship, check 482jobs.com, Seek.com.au, and Indeed.com.au for opportunities.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you need further details.
Cheers
Mark
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Thanks mate that’s helpful. I’m form scotland and I’m 39
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Cheers Aaron. If you go down one of the points based routes (eg. Subclass 189 visa) time will be of the essence.
At 39 years old, you get 25 points for your age.
Once you turn 40, your age points drop to 15 points. 😕
This can significantly impact your total points for skilled migration visas like the Subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas.
If you are planning to apply, it’s best to submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect before turning 40 to lock in the higher points.
Cheers
Mark
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